1989 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
